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OCBA Professional Awards

The Onondaga County Bar Association Board of Directors has approved the creation of two new awards and streamlined the application process for all awards given by the association. Those awards are detailed below. Click the button below to download the Nomination Form Cover Sheet. Nomination Form Here Please submit Nomination Cover Sheet, Nominating Letter, and […]

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The January 2024 Bar Reporter

Crack open the first Bar Reporter of 2024 and read all about it! We observe the passing of Rosalind W. Johnson, enjoy Anthony Gigliotti’s article on Mentorship, and read the fun yearend awards the Assigned Counsel gave out to its panelists — and more!

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The September Bar Reporter

In this issue, read about our Ruger Award and Distinguished Lawyer honorees, the Hon. James P. Murphy and Susan Katzoff, Esq. We shine the spotlight on member Leah Witmer, we offer case notes and summaries, and highlight several upcoming Bar Association activities.

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CLE | Representing Consumers in Debt Collection Lawsuits

Offered at no cost to attorneys who commit to volunteering with VLPCNY’s Debt Clinic, and for only $25 for those who don’t, this program provides an overview of debt collection lawsuits and steps to take in helping consumers defend against these lawsuits in a limited scope clinic or during full representation. The program is suited for attorneys new to consumer law, as well as attorneys with some experience looking for a refresher.

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CLE | Geofences and Other Reverse Search Warrants

WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 13, 2023 | HOW: via ZOOM | COST: $25  | MCLE: 2.0 (1.0 Skills, 1.0 Professional Practice) | Financial Waivers here | This CLE is appropriate for both newly admitted and established attorneys. REGISTRATION CLOSES BY 5 p.m. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 Find out how you can challenge […]

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The June/July Bar Reporter

In this combined issue catch up on regular features such as Judge Dillon’s Practice Page, and Newsmakers & Influencers, plus read up on what cool things lawyers do when they aren’t lawyering in Going the Distance

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CLE | Surviving Spouse Protections: Current & Proposed Law

This CLE may be especially useful to you if you are a Family Law, Employment Law, or Trust & Estates Lawyer. Albert Feuer and Anna Masilela discuss the major protections available to NY surviving spouses plus a primer on the proposed Equity for Surviving Spouses Act. (ESSA). You should register!

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